1984 Audi 90 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | 90 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
